Working as Leonardo DiCaprio's assistant sounds like a dream gig—and according to his former aide, it really was. Kasi Brown served as his right-hand during the 2003 filming of The Aviator and recently opened up about the experience in a Huffington Post interview.
Now an actress herself, Brown describes DiCaprio as exceptionally intelligent, able to engage deeply on topics like politics, history, and culture with anyone. Far from the diva stereotype, she calls him refreshingly down-to-earth, a stark contrast to many high-maintenance celebrity bosses.
DiCaprio also brought plenty of fun to the set. “We always had a blast watching people, clowning around, and playing characters with silly accents,” Brown recalls. Their bond allowed for playful banter: “Sometimes I'd pretend he was the clichéd movie star. When he'd ask for something, I'd bow and reply in a deep voice, 'Yes, of course, sir—anything you wish, sir.' He'd crack up and tell me to knock it off.”
Another tidbit? DiCaprio's favorite holiday is Halloween. He loves the anonymity it provides, letting him connect with people without fame's baggage or expectations. So, dust off your best costume next time—you never know who might be mingling incognito.
